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Sartory Billard SB05vsZelos Vitesse

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Vitesse
ZelosVitesse
MSRP $1,499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SB0538.5mm
Vitesse40mm
Power Reserve
SB0590h
Vitesse40h
Water Resistance
SB0550m
Vitesse50m
MSRP
SB05
Vitesse$1,499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
8.5mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Gulf

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LJP Cal. 7380
La Joux-Perret L100
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
90h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,499

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What people say

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Sartory Billard SB05

The dial's Maki-e Raden and aventurine combination is a standout feature. The 38.5mm case size and slim profile are noted for comfort.

Zelos Vitesse

Owners widely praise the Zelos Vitesse for its vintage motorsport design and striking dial options, with particular appreciation for the salmon and panda configurations and their finishing. The bracelet, clasp, and overall value at $1200 are frequently highlighted as strong points. Some owners note the watch sits high on the wrist, and a few have observed minor cosmetic imperfections on subdials. The La Joux Perret L100 movement's accuracy varies, with one report of +5 seconds per day, and several owners find the winding action stiff and noisy, the pushers sticky, and the screw-down crown's feel underwhelming. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Vitesse highly for its captivating dial and strong value proposition, despite some reservations about the chronograph's operational feel and case height.

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